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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gainesville Bus Stop | Lafayette Transit System | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | Lafayette Transit System | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Rosa Parks Station | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Williston Rd & I-75 | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Williston Rd & I-75 | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | No tags |
Get from Gainesville to Lafayette
The journey takes about 19 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Lafayette?
Stops in Gainesville
- A700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
- B3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
- C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
Stops in Lafayette
- A1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
- B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501 - C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL to Lafayette, LA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Lafayette start from $86. The average price for this route is around $99. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Lafayette?
The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Lafayette is 19h 50m, covering a distance of 581 miles (936 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Tornado Bus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Lafayette at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Lafayette generates an estimated 23.395875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Gainesville to Lafayette?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87531 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to Lafayette?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Gainesville to Lafayette?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gainesville to Lafayette?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on Apr 4, 2026 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville, FL to Lafayette, LA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $195 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2026-04-04.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
